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All proceeds from the sale of hamburger and hot dog plates with all the trimmings ($6 each), plus any freewill donations received, go toward the medical expenses of their pastor, the Rev. Mike Forrester, who was diagnosed with lung cancer last December. Since then, the cancer has spread, and he has been in and out of the hospital a number of times.

“Pastor Mike has done so much for others,” said Eddie Allen, song leader. “We want to do something for him.”

Kermit Poovey, well-known Lincolnton lead guitar player with several country and gospel groups, passed away Sept. 9 at age 76. He played with New Creations, Real Faith and other gospel groups. He will be missed.